Brunel has been engaged to support the search for an experienced HSE Manager to join a well-established global energy services organisation supporting offshore operations in the Bass Strait.

Operating in the region for more than 40 years, the organisation is a key contractor supporting critical offshore energy infrastructure and maintains long-standing partnerships with major operators in the basin. With a strong pipeline of contracted work already secured for the coming decade, the business continues to play a vital role in delivering safe and reliable offshore operations.

This position represents a senior leadership opportunity responsible for overseeing the company's HSE strategy, governance framework and regulatory compliance across offshore and onshore operations.

Reporting directly to the General Manager, the role requires a confident safety professional capable of operating independently while influencing stakeholders across operations, engineering, executive leadership and key client representatives.

  • Lead the development and execution of the organisation's HSE strategy and governance framework
  • Maintain and continuously improve the HSE Management System aligned to ISO standards
  • Ensure compliance with Australian regulatory frameworks including NOPSEMA and WorkSafe
  • Act as the primary interface with client HSE leadership teams
  • Lead incident investigation, reporting and corrective action processes
  • Support operational teams with risk management and safety leadership initiatives
  • Represent the organisation during client audits, regulatory engagement and safety reviews
  • Provide leadership and guidance to offshore safety personnel and operational teams

To succeed in this role you will be an experienced HSE professional who is comfortable operating within a high‑expectation offshore environment. You will bring:

  • Demonstrated HSE leadership experience within oil & gas, offshore energy or hazardous industries
  • Strong understanding of Australian offshore regulatory frameworks including NOPSEMA
  • Experience managing and improving HSE Management Systems and governance structures
  • Proven ability to engage with Tier‑1 operators, regulators and senior leadership teams
  • Strong expertise in incident investigation, risk management and safety governance

This role will suit a credible, approachable safety leader who can influence stakeholders, build strong working relationships and maintain high safety standards across the organisation.

Closing: 03 April 2026

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Vacancy reference: PR-280482

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